Detecon Trend Report Robotics
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The Detecon Trend Radar report highlights the rapid growth of the robotics industry driven by increasing automation and technological advancements. Key trends include the rise of cloud robotics, connected robots, mobile robots, and collaborative robots (cobots), which are improving efficiency and enabling closer human-robot interaction. The document also forecasts significant market growth for various robotic applications and technologies over the coming years.
Detecon Trend Report Robotics
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- 2. 2 detecon-radar.com > 600 Startups> 400 Trends7 Categories Detecon Trend Radar The Detecon Trend Radar harnesses Detecon’s global trend and startup knowledge to empower clients to innovate proactively and successfully. This report includes selected trends from the Detecon Radar. For more information on this and many other trends please visit : detecon-radar.com This report is an excerpt derived from the Detecon Trend Radar, our “single source of truth” for scouting the latest technology trends, opportunities and startups
- 3. 3 detecon-radar.com Detecon Trend Radar As organizations are trending towards automation, the Robotics industry experiences strong, sustained growth Robotics is rapidly transforming the way humans live and work, and will continue to grow due to the ongoing trend toward automation and continued innovative technical improvements in industrial robots. In light of these developments, robotics manufacturers have already made preparations for these growth prospects. Production capacities have increased, with many European manufacturers operating in the large sales markets of China and the USA. In the future, companies will need to focus on the collaboration of human and machine, simplified applications, light-weight & mobile robots, and how to integrate robots into existing environments. Additionally, robotic systems and modular robots will become increasingly popular as they can be marketed at attractive prices. This report includes a snapshot of some of the most relevant Robotics trends from our Detecon Trend Radar, your “single source of truth” for all current and future Robotics threats and opportunities.
- 4. Trend Inspirations Trend Rating Course of Action Park Wait & See Observe Be Prepared Act Now Cloud Robotics / Big Data Utilizing the cloud can provide robots with access to extensive resources of data which cannot be maintained in the typical on-board memory. Enabled by the cloud, interaction with other robots and exchanging massive amounts of data in real time will enhance the quality and speed of operations. Trend Description Currently, a high number of robots and automation systems still operate independently and separately, using on-board computation, memory, and programming. With the spread of networking in the cloud, new approaches are available where processing is performed remotely with access to dynamic, global datasets to support a range of functions. Cloud robotics has the potential of freeing robots from computing constraints and make robots “smart enough” to handle challenging situations. Advances in Big Data help to deal with the vast amount of data generated by sensor- rich robots (Data Analytics/Mining). Analyzing it will reveal key patterns and trends useful in mapping real-time scenario. The global cloud robotics market is expected to grow with a CAGR of 29% over the period of 2017-2023, poised to reach a market size of USD $17 billion by the end of 2022. A massive transformation is underway with the convergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cloud infrastructure and processes, advanced Robotics, and IoT enabled Digital Twinning. The growth in the cloud robotics market is driven by the increasing demand for automation across various industries, progress in wireless technology, and a rise in developing cloud connected robots. Right Hook Tend.ai brain Corporation Dragon.ai C2RO
- 5. Trend Description Closely linked with the trend of Cloud Robotics, Connected Robots is the concept of "Industrial Internet of Things" or the " Internet of Robotic Things (IoRT). It is based on a cloud-connected system, where all machines are constantly exchanging information, learning, and growing as a single fluid system. Therefore, it can learn to simulate scenarios and autonomously recover from malfunctions, increasing the output tremendously. IoRT utilizes sensor data from a variety of sources which are retrieved and fused by sensors. The combination of sensing, communication, processing, and actuation leverages IoT to a whole new level. Robotic manipulation and grasping, navigation and localization, and path planning will be improved. All the information can be shared with the other plants, suppliers and vendors throughout the value chain. Internet of Robotic Things (IoRT) / Industrial Internet of Things Trend Inspirations Trend Rating Course of Action Park Wait & See Observe Be Prepared Act Now Kugar RavenOps Swarm Technology Smart Advanced Robotics Vicarious The Robotic devices will monitor events, fuse the retrieved sensor data from a variety of sources, use (artificial) intelligence to determine actions, and eventually control physical objects The global Internet of Robotic Things market is expected to grow from US $3.33 billion in 2018 to US $18.08 billion in 2023, growing at a CAGR of 40.30% over the forecasted period. Machine-embedded IoT sensors will not only monitor machinery for weakness, but they will also enable machinery to fix itself automatically. The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is at the heart of this transformation. Manufacturers are welcoming in a new era of productivity by enhancing 4.0.
- 6. Marble Riptide Nuro Clearpath Saildrone Trend Description Mobile robots possess the capability to move around in their environment and are not fixed to one physical location. They are able to navigate indoors and outdoors with high precision in different and even unstructured environments. This is very useful for a lot of areas where it was initially difficult to have stationary automation processes. By integrating AI, cognitive behavior, and sensor fusion, the mobile robots are able to sense and adapt to various environments autonomously. Mobile Robotics Trend Inspirations Trend Rating Course of Action Park Wait & See Observe Be Prepared Act Now Mobile robots are able to move around their environment to perform tasks and are not limited to a specific physical location The global Mobile Robotics Market is growing rapidly due to the increasing government expenditure in the field of defence. Countries such as China and India are adopting this latest technology rapidly. Mobile Robots are predicted to become more efficient than even a man on a bike. As these robots learn more, they will improve at adapting to and navigating more complex environments at higher speeds. Robotic technology will transform the forklift industry, causing a colossal transfer of value from human- provided driving services, towards spending on autonomous industrial material handling machines.
- 7. Trend Description Advances in artificial intelligence, sensor, actuator and navigation technology has made human-robot collaboration a reality. Cobots independently learn new steps and their respective interactions with humans in a short time. Both Cobots and humans can cooperate closely together, rather than working separately. Work processes (eg. repetitive activities), can be performed semi-autonomously or fully autonomously by robots with the support of humans when required. Unlike the conventional, immobile robots, Cobots are more mobile and can navigate independently throughout the assembly line. Human-Robot Collaboration Trend Inspirations Trend Rating Course of Action Park Wait & See Observe Be Prepared Act Now The generation of robots has evolved from being large, expensive, caged, and inflexible to a smaller, inexpensive, safer, and highly flexible system that is perceptive to work in tandem with humans. Collaborative robots (Cobots) interact physically with human employees in a shared workspace. Ocado has developed a “Super- strong” robot to assist in keeping the company’s delivery schedule on time. The robot has been designed with superhuman strength, and cognitive decision making. Industrial robots have had a history of working in environments isolated from humans. The current generation of robots are increasingly being designed to work alongside humans. The RobotCub Consortium has developed “iCub”, a humanoid robot which has been designed to meet the role of a personal assistant at home. Sarcos Humatics ThynkWare Lula Robotics Veobot Robotics
- 8. Trend Description Leveraged by new technologies such as 3D printing, the speed of producing robotic devices has improved rapidly. It is possible for corporations to 3D print full robots in condensed production timeframes, and therefore experiment with new designs faster (Agile Prototyping and Development). This allows companies to create more versatile and organic shapes with key features such as the correct strength-to-weight ratio. 3D printed internal parts including actuators, muscles, and batteries will turn robots into more organic and capable systems. New materials will potentially change how robots are manufactured as well as which tasks they can perform. Robotics Manufacturing Trend Inspirations Trend Rating Course of Action Park Wait & See Observe Be Prepared Act Now New production methods (such as 3D printing) and materials will increase the speed of manufacturing robots and also their independency. Innolux, Foxconn’s panel arm, plans to slash more than 10,000 jobs this year as part of the company’s aggressive efforts to increase the use of automation in manufacturing. A revolutionary new type of robotic hand, the Shadow Dexterous Hand, closely mimics the dexterity of the human hand and is able to perform many tasks previously beyond the reach of robots. Olympus Automation Ltd (OAL) is aiming to automate the handling of food preparation, a complex operation where manufacturers deal with over 200 raw materials in different states & packaging formats. Robai Soft Robotics Robotiq Elite Robotics Onexia Robotics
- 9. Trend Description Smart order picking systems provides solutions to the processes of order picking, the compilation of goods, product storage and relocation, as well as inventory. These systems replace picklists and provide the employee with information about the articles to be picked and the quantities. This is realized via light display at the withdrawal box (pick-by-light), voice output via headset (pick-by-voice) or smart glasses using augmented reality (pick-by-vision). Smart Order Picking Systems Trend Inspirations Trend Rating Course of Action Park Wait & See Observe Be Prepared Act Now Smart Order Picking systems are automated control systems which facilitate the picking and selection process in the warehouse and storage. It is estimated that less than one in five warehouses are using radio frequency (RF) or voice picking systems, with the remainder still paper-based. Parlevel Systems has recently integrated with Lightspeed Automation, combining Parlevel’s vending management system with Lightspeed’s warehouse pick-to-light system. Chinese police officers are piloting new smart eyewear to identify suspects in a crowd by snapping their photos using facial recognition and matching it to a database. Alert Innovation Locus InVia Robotics 6 Rivers Systems Fetch Robotics
- 10. Trend Description An exoskeleton is an external, mechanical support structure. Industrial applications of exoskeletons aim at reducing on-site injuries while tasks are completed faster and with higher quality results. Workers should stay healthier and experience increased stamina while companies gain greater productivity in factories and on construction sites. In addition to military use in support of the soldiers, especially the rehabilitation medicine researches on this topic. Thus, the mechanical support is already used for walking training in paraplegics. Exoskeletons Trend Inspirations Trend Rating Course of Action Park Wait & See Observe Be Prepared Act Now Exoskeletons can physically support employees in production, e.g. in the repair of equipment, machines etc. as well as generally physically intensive (production) tasks. The Ford manufacturing plant in Valencia, Spain, is mechanizing some of its workers with exoskeletons that improve the endurance and morale of its older employees. The US Army is testing a futuristic exoskeleton that gives soldiers superhuman abilities, using artificial intelligence to provide additional power and mobility to soldiers, and allows them to carry heavier loads. During the period 2017-2023, global demand for powered exoskeletons is estimated to reach a cumulative market value of over $2.63 billion including sales, rent, lease, royalty payment and other sources. Sarcos SuiTX Ekso Bionics Rex Bionics Spring Active
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